I WONDER - How Big Are Wind Farms?

Wind farms vary in size, from a few turbines to hundreds, and can be located on land or offshore, where winds are stronger and more consistent. The largest wind farms are found in the United States, China, and Europe.

What is the range of turbine numbers that a wind farm can have?

• Only one turbine

• Thousands of turbines

• Between a few and hundreds

• Exactly ten turbines

Where are offshore wind farms typically located?

• In forests

• In deserts

• In urban areas

• In areas with stronger and more consistent winds

What is a key advantage of offshore wind farms?

• They require less maintenance

• They are cheaper to build

• They are closer to cities

• They have access to stronger and more consistent winds

Which of the following is NOT a location for some of the largest wind farms?

• United States

• China

• Europe

• Australia

Which countries are home to some of the largest wind farms?

• United States, China, and Europe

• South Africa, Egypt, and Nigeria

• Brazil, India, and Russia

• Canada, Mexico, and Japan